- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 VT trucks manufactured from April 9, 2008, through September 24, 2009, and certain 2016 model VNL and VNM trucks manufactured from January 2, 2015, through to November 6, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with USK non-greasable drag links that may experience corrosion of the ball joints due to the seals being compromised, possibly resulting in accelerated wear and failure of the ball joint.
- The risk
- Failure of the ball joint may cause separation of the socket and a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drag links, free of charge. The recall began on April 21, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number for this recall is RVXX1601. Note: This recall is an expansion of a previous recall 15V-651.
Vehicle safety record
2010 Volvo VT Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2010 Volvo VT have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 4 recalls, the latest in February 2016 for the upper ball joint.
NHTSA data checked
DMore problems than a typical VT year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 4
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2010 Volvo VT recalls 4
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2007-2014 VAH, VHD, VNL, VNM, and VT models. The affected vehicles were built without a redundant clutch disengagement switch. Without a redundant switch, a loss of signal from the brake air pressure switch can prevent the clutch from automatically disengaging when the brake is applied.
- The risk
- Without a signal to disengage the clutch when the brakes are applied, the distance required to stop the truck may lengthen, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Volvo Trucks will notify owners and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles if necessary. The recall began on August 26, 2013. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1303. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000.
- The problem
- Volvo is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 vhd, vnl, vnm, as well as 2008-2010 vt vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." The tire description may be incorrect on the vehicle's certification label.
- The risk
- The misinformation on these labels could lead to a vehicle overloading that can increase risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the labels free of charge. The safety recall began on february 25, 2011. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
- The problem
- Volvo trucks is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 vnl, vt, and 780 trucks manufactured from march 1, 2008 through february 6, 2009. The bottom track that attaches to the arms used to open and close the window may de-bond, which results in the glass coming loose at the bottom.
- The risk
- The upper window hinges may fail and allow the glass to fall out of the window frame creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect and repair as required free of charge. The safety recall began on december 1, 2010. Owners may contact volvo trucks at 1-800-528-6586.
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Volvo VT: every year compared
All VT years2010 Volvo VT vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Volvo VT | 0 | 4 | D | |
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 56 | 7 | F | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo S80 | 27 | 5 | C | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo XC70 | 15 | 5 | F | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo XC90 | 12 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo S40 | 9 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo C30 | 6 | 2 | D | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo C70 | 4 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 2010 Volvo V70 | 4 | 3 | B | Compare |
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Questions about the 2010 Volvo VT
Does the 2010 Volvo VT have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2010 Volvo VT: upper ball joint (February 2016); clutch assembly (June 2013); labels (October 2010); glass, side / rear (August 2010). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2010 Volvo VT had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2010 Volvo VT a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 29 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Volvo VT year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Volvo VT years have the most complaints?
2006 (1), 2007 (1), 2012 (1). See every Volvo VT year compared.
What should I do if my 2010 Volvo VT has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data